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Hyundai's advertising campaign linked to the performance of the Brazilian National Team in the 2014 World Cup angered Volkswagen, official sponsor of the team. The German automaker said it has contacted the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) for clarification.

Ford denied that the next generation Ka will compete with low-cost models, such as the Dacia Sandero in Europe. Stephen Odell, head of Ford Europe, said the new car will be positioned above this segment.

One of the most successful models from Chevrolet in several markets (including Brazil), the Cruze will undergo a radical change soon, both inside and out. Despite the camouflage, these images will show how the model which has a more pronounced front grille, following the new visual identity of Chevrolet.

According to Automotive News portal, Alfa Romeo developed a new rear-wheel drive car, that would have received the name Giorgio. Remember that at the end of October last year, Sergio Marchionne, CEO of Fiat-Chrysler, said something about the future of Alfa Romeo and promised to provide further details at the end of the first quarter of 2014.